realign
|re/a/lign|
B2
/ˌriːəˈlaɪn/
adjusting position
Etymology
Etymology Information
'realign' originates from the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' and the word 'align' from Old French 'aligner', which meant 'to line up'.
Historical Evolution
'aligner' transformed into the English word 'align', and with the addition of the prefix 're-', it became 'realign'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to line up again', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to change or restore to a different or former position or state.
The company decided to realign its marketing strategy.
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Verb 2
to adjust or correct the alignment of something.
The mechanic had to realign the car's wheels.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45